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    Does anyone share garage/workspace?

    I miss my garage, but I can't afford the space and tools I dream of. Has anyone ever shared garage space with other people? Got any advice on who might be interested in splitting rent and tool purchase? I've looked into makerspaces (similar concept), but I'm looking for gearheads rather than...
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    I'm a ReStore volunteer, and it pays.

    An example of the way pricing worked at my store, was as follows: -Contractor drops off uninstalled entry door -Manager looks up SKU at home depot, lowes, etc, finds it at $500. -Marks our door at $450, just to see if anyone bites -Two weeks go by, drops it to $350. -After a month and a half...
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    I'm a ReStore volunteer, and it pays.

    I Volunteer at a Habitat for Humanity ReStore in Maine, and I hear it mentioned every once in a while on this site, so I thought I'd toss in my two cents on why you should consider it. The store wins because they get an extra set of hands, and an volunteer who may have some...
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    Typical Maine Garage (a little messy)

    Hey man, I'm in Orono. Sorry to revive this just to tell you that, but I thought it might be relevant! I'm moving to portland after the summer, and I'm not stoked about losing the garage for an apartment.
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    Cheap metal Parts drawers

    Nm, I guess that RV(motorhome) compartments use the same 5/8 cam latches. I'm going to the local RV place tomorrow to pick up a few. Thanks for the ideas!
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    Cheap metal Parts drawers

    I just visited my local Ocean State Job Lot, and found some cash boxes. They are roughly 8"x11" and about 2" deep. I was just looking for some metal parts drawers for a future parts cabinet, and these fit the bill perfectly! They were $6 each and I bought the last three. I'm going to check...
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    Rim Racks & a Second Floor

    RARR! Something Critical! Kidding. The racks look awesome. Think about how many guys waste their high wall space. Good looking trussing too! More pics, escpecially as you get underway with your second floor expansion. Good luck dude.
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